Maribel R. Granja

Senior Research Associate, National Center for Children in Poverty

Maribel R. Granja, MPH, (she/her), is a senior research associate at the National Center for Children in Poverty (NCCP) within the Straus Institute for Thriving Children & Families. She conducts mixed-methods research focused on strengthening early childhood systems, expanding equitable access to high-quality early care and education, and informing policy and practice that support children, families, and the early childhood workforce. She collaborates with policymakers, practitioners, and community partners to translate research into actionable strategies that improve outcomes for young children and their families. 

Areas of Expertise

Early childhood systems, mixed-methods research, survey design and evaluation, program evaluation, early care and education access